Winter Knit Essentials
A menswear essential since prehistoric humans first learnt to weave then stitch animal fleece and flax, knitwear has served a crucial role in the winter wardrobe for over three millennia. With barbaric temps ready at the gates, here’s our guide to staying warm in this winter’s essential knits.
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Crewneck Knits
Long before activewear, there was the sporty crewneck knit: from the nautical guernsey worn by Irish fishermen and patterned Fair Isle sweaters of northern Scotland, to the ‘sweatshirt’ associated with collegiate field sports. Wear with a t-shirt or button-up shirt, ensuring the shirt collars pass neatly under the neckline.
V-Neck Knits
When worn snug against the body under a jacket or coat, the V-neck makes for a warm and comfortable winter layer, particular on the morning/evening commute. Its angled neckline frames a shirt and tie nicely. To wear it over a shirt or tee, opt for a looser, more relaxed fit.
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Collared Knits
The cold weather sibling of the spring-summer polo, the collared knit is a more casual but preppy sweater option that hit peak popularity on 1950s Ivy League campuses. Wear it with jeans, chinos or trousers, and definitely under a blazer for a more insouciant take on style. Wear with one button or all buttons done up, never two.
